Research and reports

A research report commissioned by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) into the effectiveness of home ventilation systems, especially with regards to their ability to heat a home.

The following findings are part of EECA’s quarterly consumer research that tracks the nation’s views on energy efficiency and renewable energy.

An opportunity has arisen for the NZDF/RNZAF to improve the economics surrounding the operation of the Woodbourne Air Base heating system.

This two-part report evaluates the opportunity to convert or replace coal fired boilers to woody biomass. Part one of the report refers to the feasibility of the conversion of the current coal fired boilers, and part two discusses the feasibility of a new boiler or boilers to replace the current two coal fired boilers.

An opportunity has arisen for the New Zealand Defence Force to improve the economics surrounding the operation of the Waiouru site heating system.

This report evaluates the opportunity to convert or replace coal fired boilers to woody biomass and offers technical recommendations. Options are considered for plant replacement, plant conversion, or use of woody biomass as a duel fuel source.